Secretary of Science and Technology (Philippines)

Secretary of Science and Technology
Kalihim ng Agham at Teknolohiya
since July 22, 2022
StyleThe Honorable
Member ofCabinet
AppointerThe President
with the consent of the Commission on Appointments
Term lengthNo fixed term
Inaugural holderAntonio V. Arizabal
FormationJanuary 30, 1987
(37 years ago)
 (1987-01-30)
Websitewww.dost.gov.ph

The secretary of science and technology (Filipino: kalihim ng agham at teknolohiya) is the head of the Department of Science and Technology and is a member of the president's Cabinet.[1]

The position was created in 1987 by then president Corazon Aquino, and was first assumed by Antonio Arizabal.[2]

The current secretary is Renato Solidum Jr., who holds office since July 22, 2022.

  1. ^ "THE DOST SECRETARY". dost.gov.ph. DOST. Retrieved February 20, 2020.
  2. ^ "DR. ANTONIO V. ARIZABAL". dost.gov.ph. DOST. Retrieved February 20, 2020.